Fine Lifestyles Estevan/Weyburn Volume 4 Issue 4 2015

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SCOTT MCGILLIVRAY SHARES HIS BEST ADVICE FOR YOUR HOME RENOVATION PROJECT

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GTV’s Scott McGillivray, featured on the cover, brings you more renovation advice with his second contribution to Fine Lifestyles.

Celebrating the local area, we have two special features for you; learn more about your local businesses in Explore Downtown and Salute to Excellence. Make the most of the rest of the summer by lounging on the patio or enjoying a picnic in the park, and learn more about rosé wines to add to the mix in Arts, Dining and Entertainment.

With the Wellmen Project, Roughrider Shea Emry challenges the social perception of masculinity. The organization, which he co-founded, encourages and helps men to embrace and express their emotions for the betterment of their health. Read about his mission and the metamorphosis of manliness in our Sports section.

Who says cars have to remain on the ground? From a young age I have envisioned sky traffic, so reading about the AeroMobil 3.0 — a flying car — was quite exciting! Could this be the seed that signals changing times up ahead?

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CONTENTS DEPARTMENTS STYLE ..................................................... 6 HEALTH & WELLNESS ...................... 10 ARTS, DINING & ENTERTAINMENT............................16

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SPORTS, RECREATION & TRAVEL............................................. 22 HOUSE & HOME ................................. 25 BUSINESS ............................................ 57 WHEELS ............................................... 72

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OIL & GAS ............................................76

Shea Emry’s Wellman Project ............10 COVER STORY: Scott McGillivray: Appliances ............................................. 26 Explore Downtown Feature .............. 37 Salute to Excellence Feature............. 57

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BURBER COMBINING SENSE AND STYLE

FOR 160 YEARS

By Tonya Lambert

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urberry of London has been combining commonsense, durable materials and design with exceptional style for discerning clients for more than 160 years. This British luxury fashion house has long been a leader in the industry, introducing innovative materials and original designs to meet the changing needs of consumers.

Founded by 21-year-old dressmaker Thomas Burberry in Basingstoke in 1856, the company expanded as more and more people were introduced to the exceptionally tailored, fashionable couture. By 1891, the firm’s first London location had opened, and in 1909 a Paris branch was opened as well. Today, Burberry has more than 500 stores in 50 countries and their products can also be found on the shelves of exclusive boutiques worldwide. The company’s philosophy is proudly displayed on their Equestrian Knight logo: Prorsum. The Latin word for ‘forward,’ prorsum neatly encapsulates the company’s successful approach to fashion and business. Over the years, Burberry has garnered a reputation for pushing boundaries and has been the outerwear of choice for pioneering aviators, explorers and adventurers of all sorts.

Burberry Prorsum is the name applied to the company’s most fashion-forward collection. The luxury firm also has two other collections. Burberry London is a more professional, tailored look, perfect for the office, while Burberry Brit is their casual clothing line, ideal for relaxing on the weekends.

All three current collections are full of contrasting textures and beautiful, rich jewel tones. The warmth

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of the blackcurrant, antique green and black colours is the consummate choice for chilly winter weather.

These same luscious tones can be found in the Burberry bag collection.

Like the clothing collections, the latest Burberry bags play with contrasting textures of leather, inspired by heritage rug designs and techniques. Ladies will love the velvet tufted patterns of The Bloomsbury as well as the grainy leather and shearling of The Orchard.

The sharp-looking embellished metal detailing adds to each bag’s appeal.

Since 2006, the company has cut back sharply on the use of their signature check patterns. Nevertheless, the coveted Horseferry, Haymarket, House, Nova, Supernova, Exploded, Smoked, and The Beat checks can still be found

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on select products.

In 2008, the company launched the Burberry Foundation. This philanthropic organization is designed to help talented young people reach their creative potential and fulfill their goals. Funded through donations from employees and customers, the foundation has helped more than 44,000 young people across the world to build connections, grow in self-confidence and move in the direction of their dreams.

In Canada, Burberry has stores in seven cities — Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec City. In addition, the prestigious Burberry lines of clothing, fashion accessories, fragrances, sunglasses and cosmetics are found in leading luxury stores across the country.

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SASKATCHEWAN ROUGHRIDER

SHEA EMRY & THE WELLMEN PROJECT

WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A

MAN

By Tonya Lambert

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s a two-time Grey Cup champion and middle linebacker, Saskatchewan Roughrider’s Shea Emry is someone whose professional role is one which very much aligns with traditional Western notions of masculinity, requiring him to be physical, strong, aggressive and decisive. As a team leader, it is Emry’s job to make sure the defense is organized when they are on the field. He must understand each player’s style of play and be able to interpret their movements quickly and accurately. It may be surprising that the ways in which Emry prepares to fulfill his hypermasculine role each game day are ones which many consider feminine. “On game days, I do yoga and meditate to calm down. I need to be calm enough to make quick decisions on the field.”

As a child growing up in Richmond, BC, Emry was bullied. In a world where boys and men were taught not to reveal their emotions, Emry buried his. Luckily for him, as a gifted athlete, he was able to channel a great deal of his anger and energy into football.

However, this wasn’t always enough. Full of repressed emotions, Emry suffered bouts of depression. When a concussion in 2011 left him confined to a darkened room for three months, the depression returned. This time, however, Emry decided to tackle the problem head on.

Together with partner Devon Brooks, he founded The Wellmen Project, an organization devoted to helping men learn to express their emotions and vulnerabilities. “Wellmen is about self-care and owning your emotions,” explains Emry. “The prevailing perception of masculinity, as well as the social conditioning pertaining to it, are inherently restrictive to the evolution of men and perpetuate the predominant stigmatization of mental illness.

Wellmen is after systemic socio-cultural change by challenging the limiting belief systems around what it really means to be a man.”

The early 21st century is a time of transition.

Gendered norms are being challenged like never before. Boundaries are becoming more fluid, more flexible. There is a move away from rigid definitions of what it means to a man or a woman and a slow but steady shift towards seeing individuals first and foremost as unique and complex human beings.

While no two Wellmen adventures are exactly alike, they all combine radical outdoor adventures with previously feminized activities — of which a majority of men would be too guarded to partake in on their own — and encourage reflection and openness. The idea is to provide a communal environment in which men feel safe comfortable, masculine and able to confront their fears and explore deeper emotional issues while providing them with tools through which to do so. “Remaining silent and keeping your emotions in can become highly toxic,” warns Emry.

“True strength lies in the ability to be vulnerable, to connect with your surroundings and be emotive. The Wellmen Project is about building connections — with your feelings, with others, with nature and the world around you.”

Emry is to be commended for his efforts to improve men’s mental health. He admits his endeavours

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“Playing for the Riders gives me the opportunity to play the game I love in a province that appreciates its players so much.” have been somewhat hampered by his moves in the past few years. After spending six seasons with the Montreal Alouettes, he was traded to the Toronto Argonauts last year. Then, on January 23, the Saskatchewan Roughriders acquired him in a trade involving defensive end Rick Foley. As a result, The Wellmen Project will now be pursuing adventures in the province.

“At the moment, participation in the program is by invite only because of the attentiveness necessary when facilitating the intimate experiences,” explains Emry. “However, we want to expand and touch more lives. Our mission is the metamorphosis of manliness. We partner with thought leaders, utilizing cutting edge research to build radical experiences and opportunities that make a man’s personal evolution an adventure he never wants to end. We are currently looking for investors, partnerships and collaborators to help us do this. You can reach out to Wellmen at becomewellmen@gmail.com.”

Emry is excited to be a member of the Saskatchewan Roughriders. “I am stoked about playing for Saskatchewan,” says Emry. “Everyone knows about the energy of Rider Nation and I am excited to now be a part of that. Playing for the Riders gives me the opportunity to play the game I love in a province that appreciates its players so much.” In his roles as player and role model, there is certainly a lot to appreciate in Shea Emry. above photos courtesy Saskatchewan Roughriders

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Healing, learning and Freedom

from the Deadly Grip of Addiction

By Melanie Furlong Photos Alicia Leclercq

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ddicts and their families should never give up on the struggle with drug and alcohol addiction. Ardyth Wilson, an alcoholic in recovery, knows this from personal experience. She got sober 30 years ago, but lost her brother, Dwight, to his addictions at a young age. This was one of the catalysts that drove Wilson to open the Leipzig Serenity Retreat seven years ago in Wilkie, SK., making it the only privately run addictions centre in the province.

The beautiful retreat, located in an 88-year-old former convent, provides a warm, welcoming environment for addicts in a non-institutional setting. All the staff at Leipzig Serenity Retreat are

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either in recovery themselves or have family members who are. Their fiveweek program is based on the 12 step philosophical ideas used by more than 350 organizations. Ms. Wilson states, “Many centres only do steps one to three or one to five, but we do all 12 of the steps here.”

Working on her own, it took Wilson almost one year to do the 12 Steps and it was a very painful process. At Leipzig Serenity Retreat, they explore all the steps in five weeks. “Years ago, you could find someone in AA who would help you go through the steps,” she says. “It appears to be harder for people to give the kind of time you need to get clean and sober nowadays. When they come here

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and learn the steps, they’re more apt to continue with their recovery and build a healthy support network.”

Also offered is one-on-one counselling, small group counselling, meditation sessions and an emotional wellness program designed at Leipzig Serenity Retreat. The emotional wellness classes explore self-esteem issues, negative core beliefs and biased expectations.

This exploration helps clients redefine and examine their own morals, values and beliefs.

Ms. Wilson attributes their high rate of success to the intimate relaxed setting and high counsellor-client ratio.

The retreat can accommodate up to a

maximum of 18 clients at one time and has three full-time counsellors on staff as well as peer support workers.

Last year, 127 clients 18 years old and up took part in their programs. A client named Sam says, “I could not have asked for a better serenity retreat. The grounds are beautiful and huge and the staff is amazing and very helpful. My five weeks went by so fast and the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions helped me through it. I appreciate all that you have done for me!”

While it’s heartbreaking to see the damage already done to young addicts, Wilson is adamant they are not without

hope. “Watching people change is the most fulfilling part of our jobs,” she says.

Anyone who requests a tour of the facility is welcome and staff members are happy to answer questions from addicts or their families about the program. If you or anyone you know could benefit from the services at Leipzig Serenity Retreat, give them a call. This special place is changing lives for the better.

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photo above right Singer Tom Jackson, 2013 Music Festival, bottom right Ardyth Wilson, owner

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RosĂŠ

Wines

for summer Bring a Blush to Your Cheeks, and Your Glass

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Try These rosé wines available in saskaTchewan:

Barefoot Refresh Perfectly Pink A blend of mandarin orange and peach aromas with flavours of raspberry and cherry. $13

For many of us the idea of rosé wine conjures up memories of putting a candle in a just finished bottle of Mateus or quaffing girly glasses of sickly-sweet white zinfandels. But time, tastes and wine techniques change, as do attitudes.

When a decidedly masculine Hollywood titan like Brad Pitt starts producing a quality rosé wine, even the most skeptical of the macho men have to sit up and take notice.

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osé is any wine with a colour spectrum from a barely perceptible pink to a pale red.

Quality rosé wines have been produced for millennia in the South of France and it’s an accepted fact that the first wines ever produced were rosés.

These wines are still the benchmark for quality; dry wines refreshing enough for a hot summer’s day but with enough depth and complexity to complement a wide array of food. Rosé wines have recently experienced a renaissance, which has driven up prices somewhat, but they still tend to be a very good value for money.

Most rosé wines are created from red grapes by allowing a short maceration of the juice with the skins after crushing.

The time of maceration ranges from a few hours for dark pigmented grapes to a day or two for lighter skinned varieties. This allows transfer of colour from the skins.

Yellowglen Pink - Foster's Wine Estates Americas Co. A pink sparkling wine with the aromas of strawberries, berries and lemon-lime. $15

The juice is then pressed or drained away from the skins for fermentation.

Some basic rosés are created by blending a small amount of finished red wine with white, but the hue and flavour of these wines are quite different, and generally not of the same quality. An exception to this would be rosé wines from champagne, where blending of red and white wines is sanctioned and strictly controlled.

Rosé wines pair incredibly well with a diversity of food. From sushi to charcuterie to barbecue, there may not be a better all-purpose food wine. They are wines worthy of any social gathering or quiet summer sip in the backyard. A bit of sun, a bit of wine, some great food … what better way to bring some colour to our cheeks? Don’t forget to add a candle to the empty bottle for an added glow — and nostalgia.

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Henkell Trocken Rose A sparkling wine made from Pinot Noir and Gamay grapes. $16

Prestige de Roseline Rose Château Sainte Roseline is one of the oldest wine estates in Provence.

Aromas of peony and white fruit. $23

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History Re-opens its Doors at Burns’ House Bed and Breakfast

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urns’ House Bed and Breakfast was built in 1919 by John Burns. It was occupied until the 1970s and left empty

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until 2003. It was in 2003 that Harry and Sheila Larson were shown the house by a friend who had lived in the house as a child.

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Harry and Sheila felt sadness looking at the old and derelict heritage T. Eaton’s house. Occupied by raccoons and rodents, the roof was leaking and the

stone foundation was slowly collapsing under the house. Naively, Harry and Sheila felt it would be a good project to restore and dreamed of repurposing the house as a bed and breakfast. They felt it would have a happy and useful future.

The house still belonged to the Burns family. A son, living in Toronto, owned and insured the house with a local insurance office, Ogema Agencies Insurance. Carol Peterson, owner of the insurance office, had originally shown the house to Harry and Sheila and provided them with contact information for Mr. Burns. Sheila contacted Mr. Cecil Burns, son of John Burns, and an agreement was reached for the purchase of the house for $3,000 after a short discussion regarding the purchase price. Sheila remarked on the derelict condition of the house, the leaky roof and general poor condition inside and out. Cecil needed a few moments to recall the “new” roof was put onto the house in the 1950s!

The purchase price of the house was very reasonable, but soon costs began to add

up over the next few years. The house was moved, gutted to the 2x4 stud walls, reroofed, rewired, re-plumbed, re-insulated, added onto and only then did the house begin to take new shape. Slowly but surely, Harry and Sheila brought the old house back to life. Having taken many breaks along the way, in part to save money, but also to deal with the events of daily life, including the farm, to work, to relax a bit here and there, and also complete another renovation project or two. But finally, the house was complete.

As a catalogue T. Eaton’s house, it was never an especially elegant or expensive house and it remains the same today. Fir floors and trim have been preserved and re-stained. It was the straightforward farmhouse of a working family. Every effort has been made where possible to restore that same ambiance while modernizing essential aspects. Additionally, found treasures and memorabilia from the house itself are on display.

to the local communities for small events such as dinners, parties, weddings and receptions. Plans to exhibit local crafts and artisans are underway and also being considered are events such as musicals and dinner theatres.

Harry and Sheila hope the house can come alive again as a bed and breakfast with accommodation for eight available in four rooms. It is hoped it will be a place for community members to celebrate the many occasions in their lives.

Burns’ House Bed and Breakfast Pangman 306.459.7448 shlarson2012@hotmail.com

Burns’ House Bed and Breakfast is open as of June 20, 2015 and will also be available

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JULY – AUGUST (MULTIPLE DATES) Knights of Columbus Bingo McKenna Auditorium, Weyburn JULY 18 – 19 Souris River Rodeo Weyburn Exhibition Grounds Weyburn

events ESTEVAN/WEYBURN

JULY / AUG 2015

AUGUST 5 – 13 Dry Streak Souris Valley Theatre, Estevan AUGUST 6 – 9 Weyburn Wheat Festival Soo Line Historical Museum, Weyburn AUGUST 7 Movie in the Park Jubilee Park – Ball Diamond #5, Weyburn AUGUST 7 – 8 Heritage Village Days South of Signal Hill, Weyburn AUGUST 15 Beach Bash Woodlawn Regional Park, Estevan AUGUST 16 Weyburn Opportunity Road Race 3RD Street in front of Mel’s on Third, Weyburn AUGUST 21 – 23 Estevan Hippy Boogie & Memorial Poker Run Tannas Valley, Estevan AUGUST 22 Pioneer Fun Day Souris Valley Museum, Estevan AUGUST 29 Championship Night Estevan Motor Speedway, Estevan AUGUST 29 Colour My Foundation 5KM Fun Run Woodlawn Region Park, Estevan

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From your editor’s kitchen Growing up, we have favourite comfort foods. Often, these are recipes that have been passed down through the generations. Here’s one such recipe from my kitchen to yours. Without fail, this square, which can only be described as “super yummy,” hits the home comfort spot, every time. Enjoy.

Butterscotch squares

Base:

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1. Melt in a saucepan over medium heat: • 1/4 cup butter (or margarine) • 1 cup brown sugar Remove from heat and allow mixture to cool (don’t skip the cooling step otherwise the egg will scramble when added).

1. Melt in a saucepan over low heat: • 1/4 cup butter (or margarine) • 1/2 cup brown sugar Cook over low heat for about two minutes until mixture is creamy.

Add 2 tbsp. milk and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat.

2. Add: • 1 egg • 1 tsp. vanilla Beat with a spoon until smooth.

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Stir in: 3/4 cup flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 cup walnuts (if desired)

2. Add: • 1 cup icing sugar • 1 tsp. vanilla 3. Spread on slice and refrigerate or let cool at room temperature.

4. Pour mixture in 8x8 pan and bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes. Do not overbake.

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Buzz is building for the

2016 SASKATCHEWAN SUMMER GAMES

By Kim Mannix Vermette Photos courtesy Saskatchewan Summer Games

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he 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games may be a year away, but in the host city of Estevan, the buzz is already electric. The Summer Games will be the biggest multisport event in the province, with 1,800 athletes competing, 6,000 spectators expected and more than 2,000 volunteers required to pull it off.

The event will also bring more than a million dollars of economic spin-off into the community by providing a lasting legacy of facilities and projects that will continue to benefit the area for years to come.

“It is very exciting for Estevan and the support so far from the people and businesses in the community has been just phenomenal,” says Brian Senchuk who co-chairs the games with Brian Smith.

The motto for the 2016 event is “Energizing the Games,” which encompasses both the spirit and the economic base of the community. The area is rich in oil and natural resources, and Estevan itself holds the delightful distinction of being the sunshine capital of Canada. “The tagline also sums up the enthusiasm of our committee and all the volunteers who are working to make these the best games they can be,” says Senchuk.

Projects leading up to the games are helping to build the excitement, such as a multitude of fundraisers, volunteer recruitment, corporate sponsor signups and a contest co-sponsored by SaskMusic to find a new theme song that will be used for the opening and closing ceremonies at the 2016 and 2018 games.

The meshing of sports and culture is something that happens naturally when large sporting events such as this arrive in a community, but Smith says the host committee has planned several ways to showcase the rich cultural and heritage institutions in Estevan.

“There is, of course, so much that goes into the week of the games, but we’re certainly kept busy leading up. This is the time when we want to remind people of the huge scope of these games and how exciting it can be to get involved in something that will positively impact our city for years to come,” says Smith.

For sponsors, the committee has planned attractive recognition programs through extensive promotion of the games. There are also opportunities for sponsors to get involved in the development of new track and field facilities as well as other projects that will keep their businesses synonymous with the games for the next decade.

The recruitment and training of volunteers is vital to the success of the games. In addition to the good feelings that come from being a part of an event as big as the Summer Games, Senchuk believes the volunteer spirit also becomes part of the legacy. “When people volunteer and see how much fun it is and the positivity it brings to themselves and to the community, they keep coming back and finding other ways to give,” he says.

The 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games run July 24-30 in Estevan. To learn more about sponsorship and volunteer opportunities, visit www.saskgames.ca/ summer or call 306-687-2016.

TOP Games mascots at an Estevan Bruins game BOTTOM LEFT Games volunteer with a young hockey fan at an Estevan Bruins game CENTER Games co-chair, Brian Smith.

BOTTOM RIGHT Progress on the track continues in Sept. 2014

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The 2016 Saskatchewan

SUMMER GAMES

Are Coming!

Get Involved as an Athlete, Coach or Volunteer!

Southeast Connection Sport, Culture & Recreation District is pleased to announce the 2016 Saskatchewan Summer Games will take place in our own backyard, in Estevan, from July 24-30, 2016! The Saskatchewan Games is the largest ongoing multi-sport competition in the province and attracts more than 2,000 participants.

Southeast Connection is one of nine sport, culture and recreation districts in the province. Our organization assists with promotion of the Games and organizes Mission Staff, a team of dedicated volunteers that helps Team South East while at the Games.

We encourage you to represent our district at the Games and become a part of Team South East! Youth can try out for the following sports: Archery, Athletics, Baseball, Basketball, Canoe/Kayak, Equestrian, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Speed Swimming, Tennis, Triathlon, and Volleyball. Information regarding the sport calendar and age classifications can be viewed on our website at www.southeastconnection.ca.

The majority of tryouts will take place in the spring of 2016. Tryout information and other news will be posted on our website when it becomes available.

We challenge athletes to reach new elements of their athletic achievements. We challenge coaches to develop citizenship, leadership, character and friendship in their athletes. We challenge volunteers to make this the best games possible for participants and the community.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

Matt Weninger, Coordinator Southeast Connection mweninger@southeastconnection.ca

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MAXIMIZE YOUR ROI WITH

New Appliances

By Scott McGillivray Photos Richard Sibbald

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open wide enough to even pull out the drawers properly because there’s a wall in the way. Double door (or french door) fridges require even more space, so keep that in mind. Other things like counter height and depth need to be considered (especially for dishwashers), as well as counter allowance for slide-in ranges.

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Go Pro Just because you’re not a professional chef doesn’t mean your kitchen shouldn’t be professional grade.

Lines like the new Frigidaire professional suite come in standard sizes (minimizing or even eliminating the amount of renovations needed to install them) and are priced so the average homeowner can afford them. The great part about the aesthetic of professional style appliances?

They have a truly classic look that can seamlessly fit into any kitchen style.

Last But Not Least Jumping the gun on appliance purchases can cost you in the long run if you haven’t properly planned the space. Make sure you extensively plan the layout of your kitchen. If an 18-inch dishwasher just won’t cut it, make sure you delegate space for a full 24-inch model. Don’t get stuck with appliances you don’t like just because you didn’t plan properly.

It’s easy BeING GreeN Old appliances have a financial and environmental cost. A new, energy efficient fridge can save you up to $200 a year, meaning you recoup the purchase price in a couple years. ENERGY STAR compliant dishwashers not only use 50 to 75 per cent less energy than older models, but also much less water – as little as three gallons for a full cycle. If three gallons sounds like a lot, keep in mind you can use almost 10 times that by washing dishes by hand. Front load washers can cost as little as $20/year to operate, and since 90 per cent of the energy used to wash clothes is spent heating the water, switching to cold water can make a noticeable difference.

DoN’t Let the eLectrIc sLIDe Appliances eat up a lot of the electrical bandwidth in your home.

Laundry and kitchen appliances alone can take up a big portion of your panel, and when you add in things like air conditioning, it can get tight. This is especially true if you have an income suite in your home, which means two kitchens and often two washers and dryers.

We recently shot an episode of Income Property where the homeowners ended up having to upgrade their electrical panel to accommodate the addition of a dishwasher and upstairs laundry.

This was above and beyond what they had planned to spend because it never occurred to them that their current electrical panel wasn’t sufficient. If you have a newer home, chances are this won’t be an issue. However if you’re buying an older home (like many in the core areas of most major cities), it’s something you may need to consider.

Do sweat the smaLL stuff There are many small details that can slip your mind, or you don’t even think of in the first place. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen fridge doors that can’t

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painting it, adding dye to the stain, or ebonizing it for the ultimate modern matte finish, designers are updating the look of the room while recalling the classic luxury of quality hardwood floors.

By creating patterns with a bold design, whitewashing the wood, distressing it,

Drawing inspiration from high-end homes with mosaic floors created using different types of wood, some designers are achieving a similar look by using different colour stains and stencils. With

omeowners looking to make a statement with their remodel don’t often think about achieving that bold new look with flooring. Hardwood floors are a staple in a stylish home, but designers are now modifying hardwood to modernize the look.

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infinite options, you can create geometric arrangements, stripes by staining alternating planks, chevron patterns or an intricately stenciled design. These innovative techniques add a whole new dimension to the look of a room.

Whitewashing is also very popular, creating a French country look in your home. To whitewash floors, you need to strip the colour, bleach (often more than

designers are using paint and dyes in stains to create a similar look. And with bright floor colours and neutral walls, you can maintain the clean modern look while inverting expectation. once), stain, and then seal. Whitewashed floors are the perfect blank canvas for a minimalist and clean style.

Painting the floor with bright colours is not a new idea. Baroness Pauline de Rothschild, for example, was inspired by the European castles she had seen in her travels, and she recreated the look in her London flat. A writer, translator and fashion designer, Rothschild was a reputable tastemaker in the 1950s and 1960s, and her painted floors were well known. Inspired by her bold use of colour,

Distressed or reclaimed wood is also used for rustic appeal, adding rich character to your floor. Distressing the wood involves aging it, scraping it by hand or with steel wire, or sculpting it to add texture. Reclaimed wood is often taken from barns, factories or warehouses, and is popular not only for its unique appearance, but also as an environmentally-conscious option.

For a truly matte look, ebonizing wood goes a step further than a simple stain or dye. It actually causes a chemical reaction that makes the wood turn pitch

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black, and when it is done properly, the grain should not be visible, making it darker than ebony wood itself. To ebonize wood, choose a hardwood with a high concentration of tannins (the same as found in wine or tea). Oak, cherry and walnut are all good options. This technique was originally popular in the 1920s, but has resurfaced today.

For a less intense look, adding dye to a stain can give it that rich, dark look that hides the imperfections of the grain in hard-to-stain woods. For modern appeal with a classic twist, a dark matte floor paired with light coloured furniture creates a good contrast.

Try something different with hardwood — and take a walk on the finer side!

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Five Things to Consider When Buying Your First Home

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s a renter, you have the luxury of choosing a place that meets your needs at the moment. Buying a home is a much bigger commitment, both in terms of finances and the length of time you’ll likely live there. When seeking out your first place, whether a house or condominium or anything in between, it’s important to do your homework.

Here are five things to consider as you begin the process of purchasing your first place.

Rhonda Blanchette Real Estate Agent Re/max Blue Chip Realty 902 4th St. estevan 306.461.9791 rblanchette@remax.net www.rblanchette.remax.ca

1. The growth possibilities. Shop for a place that meets your current space needs, but also consider one that can adjust to a changing household. A fiveyear plan may not pan out as you expect, so think about possible life changes that could impact your need for bedrooms, bathrooms and square footage.

2. Find out what’s under the hood. Your first place may not come with many frills or luxury features, but all the basics should be in good condition. Thoroughly inspect prospective properties. It is a must to hire a professional inspector before any purchase is made. Your real estate agent can guide you through this key step.

3. Know that no home will be perfect. Your first home may likely not be the perfect place. But make it the right one. Finding the right home is often a matter of prioritizing. Make a list of

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“must haves,” along with “nice to haves” and “not necessary to haves.” A threecar garage is nice, but would you rather have a larger kitchen or live in a good neighbourhood? Only you can measure the importance of the amenities you are looking for.

4. Consider ALL the costs of ownership. When you buy a home, you take on recurring costs you don’t have to worry about as a renter. Look for a home that meets your budget in terms of full living costs — mortgage, utilities, trash pick-up, sewage fees, homeowner’s association dues and other fees. Your lender doesn’t take into account these costs when approving your home loan.

A good real estate agent can help you calculate estimated monthly costs to determine the most appropriate price range for you.

5. The lifespan of things. In addition to identifying cosmetic and structural flaws before you buy, know what to expect from the home’s components. How long until you need to replace the roof, appliances, furnace or carpet? Everything may be in working order now, but all homes need these types of repairs at some point.

Researching the expected remaining life on large-ticket items can help you plan for the future.

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A Taste of the Middle East on The PraIrIes

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eyburn’s Third Street is home to one of the Southeast’s best kept culinary secrets. Now owned by the Sandhu family, Prairie Pita serves amazing lunch and suppertime bites. The restaurant has to be on your must-try list. “Our family purchased Prairie Pita last November,” says owner Bikram Sandhu. “We’re proud to be offering the Weyburn area a unique and fantastic menu of fresh, healthy options

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full of Middle Eastern flavours.” Prairie Pita sources as many ingredients locally and everything is prepared fresh daily.

The menu lets customers completely customize their order right from the start.

You select your size and type of pita bread (high in fibre with no oil or shortening), your filling and any number of delicious toppings and sauces. Fillings include the ever-popular lamb donair, chicken shawarma (marinated for three days for ensuring great flavour) and falafel. They

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use only halal meats and the Prairie Pita grilling process reduces the fat content, making it a healthier choice. There are more than a dozen toppings from classics like lettuce, tomato and cucumber to more exotic choices like tabbouleh and turnip pickles. You’ll find an even larger array of sauces such as BBQ sauce, caesar, tzatziki and sweet chili.

“We are unique because every customer can design their own pita from start to finish,” says Bikram. “That way, you’ll

always get exactly what you want.” If you’re feeling like something besides a pita, Prairie Pita also offers home-style butter chicken with rice pilaf. To complete your meal, you can add on baked potato wedges, baked chips, falafel and salads as a side. And if you need a sweet finish, try a piece of locally made baklava or date cookies. “And soon, we’re going to have traditional rice pudding for dessert as well,” says Bikram. You’ll also find a selection of juices, waters, pops and cold coffees to quench your thirst.

Prairie Pita values their customers’ time by making it extra easy to enjoy their menu from wherever you happen to be.

They’re the first independent restaurant in Weyburn with a mobile app. Available for Apple and Android, the “Prairie Pita” app is easy to use. Just download it to your mobile device, enter your name, email and number, and you’ll find the entire menu at your fingertips. Simply select your choices from the menu, choose the time you want to pick it up, and the app will total your order and take your payment. All you have to do is show up at your selected time and your order will be waiting for you! You can also save your favourite orders to further reduce your ordering time. “Our customers love our app,” says Bikram. “They’re amazed at how quick and easy it is to use and how fast they can grab their order and get on their way. Wait times are a thing of past!” Download their mobile app today – it’s available on Apple’s App Store and Google Play. Gift cards are also available.

Prairie Pita 132 Third Street Weyburn, SK 306.842.7482 Fax: 306 842 4535 Monday to Friday - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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A History of Retail in Downtown Weyburn

n the early 1900s, Weyburn Hardware opened in the location now known as the Metro Centre.

This store was operated by a number of different proprietors over the years. In the late ‘50s, the fine brick building and all of its contents were destroyed by a fire and was subsequently rebuilt in 1957 by the Guildner Brothers. In 1973, the store became the Metropolitan Store, serving customers on two levels until 1993.

From 1995 to 2001, the location was home to Oasis Furniture. After sitting empty for two years, current owner John Georgacacos and Weyburn Coop realized the need for revitalization in downtown Weyburn. In 2005, it was reopened as the Metro Centre, anchored

by Prairie Sky Co-op’s Expressions Ladies Fashions and Outdoor Adventures sporting goods on the main level.

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The lower level is home to a number of small businesses: C.R. Safety Training, which offers courses for individuals and businesses; Big Brothers Big Sisters of Weyburn, which enhances the healthy development of children through mentorship; Sheri-Lou’s alterations, which has been serving clients for seven years in the Metro Centre; Dragonfly Lash and Glow, which features red light therapy and infrared sauna; Bad Girls hair and nails, where estheticians are artists; Country Covers, which offers sewing services to cover all your needs indoor and out; and Aja Oriental, a Filipino gift shop.

We invite you to experience all that the Metro Centre downtown merchants have to offer through their products, services and small business personalized approach to customer service.

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Metro Centre 64 Third Street Weyburn, SK BOTTOM RIGHT Tenants of Metro Centre, L-R: Tanya Myers of Dragon Fly Lash & Glo, Linda Dzen of Country Covers, Cliff Reaney of C.R. Safety Training, Laura Knoblauch & Heather Nestman of Bad Girls and Sheri Carroll of Sheri-Lou’s Alterations

Small Town Customer Service with Big City Selection

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xpressions Ladies Fashions is indeed a must to stop and shop when in Weyburn, offering sizes from 0 to 3x, petite, missy and even some tall.

Expressions has one of the largest selections of TanJay and Alia in the southeast corner of Saskatchewan.

French Dressing, Carreli, Liverpool, Renuar, Point Zero, Piccadilly, Clarks and Skechers are just a few of the lines you will find at Expressions — you can literally be dressed from head to toe.

mind when they get home, “It’s okay, just bring it back.” Adds Boehm: “The labels and designers that we represent stand behind their products, and so do we.”

As part of Prairie Sky Co-op, Expressions shares the same values as all Co-ops — treat all customers like owners, because as a Co-op member, they are.

Expressions Ladies’ Fashion Located in the Metro Centre 306.848.3684 Mon. to Sat. 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

With a combined 80 plus years in the fashion industry, CindyAnn, Norma, Tara and Wendy certainly have a passion for fashion.

It’s all about customer service, from having your name on the dressing room door to receiving personalized attention. CindyAnn Boehm, manager of Expressions, says, “We appreciate our customers and the time they spend with us. Shopping should not be a stressful experience; it should be enjoyed without pressure. We pride ourselves on our honesty and want our customers to feel good in the items they purchase.”

The staff at Expressions also let their customers know if they change their

TOP L to R customer Jean Fahlman & manager Cindy Ann Boehm CENTRE Norma Sealy BOTTOM L TO R Wendy Altwasser, Tara Chuckry & customer Shelly Lueck

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From Field and Stream to Your Grill and Table At Prairie Sky Co-op’s Outdoor Adventures, hunters and anglers are sure to find what they need to give them the advantage.

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he store has a wide selection of firearms, including major brands like Browning, Sako, Beretta and more. Ammunition is available in most calibers and shotgun shells, as well as reloading equipment for precision rounds at cost savings.

New to their store is Vortex optics, which compliments Bushnell, Burris and Steiner high-end scopes and binoculars. Ed Fahlman and staff are trained in scope mounting and bore sighting, which they offer free of charge with firearm purchases.

For the angler they carry a good selection of fishing tackle for all seasons, along with a selection of live and frozen bait. They are also a license issuer for all hunting and fishing seasons.

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New to the store are the Spy Point Xcel action cams and trail cams, which allow you to capture your time in the outdoors or even capture the one that got away. If you want to have a blast, try the Thunder Shot binary exploding rifle targets.

LEM meat processing equipment will help you after the hunt; choose from their various seasonings to create your own secret recipes. To prepare that perfect outdoor meal, Outdoor Adventure carries a variety of propane and natural

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gas barbecues. Add to this the option of Canadian-made country smokers by Louisiana grills — which run on wood pellets — giving you the luxury of wood fired flavour to your food.

Outdoor Adventures Located in the Metro Centre 306.848.3687 Mon. to Sat. 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

TOP L-R Ed Fahlman & Louisianna Grill rep Rick Parrack BOTTOM Kathy Hockley

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Come in today and let Weimer`s Hometown help you with your sofa and love rocker recliners, a new bed, wall art or that perfect accent piece to finish off the look you are creating in your home. Weimer`s Hometown serving Weyburn and area for 45 years.

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items as possible before they hit the landfill, McInnes offers curbside blue box pick-up, a “got junk?” service that hauls and sorts broken or unwanted household items and two stores that sell gently used but still useful items that would otherwise end up in the landfill.

“Our sign sums up what we do,” says McInnes. “It’s my passion to recycle everything possible and to connect my community with the environment.”

McInnes, who studied to become an environmental technologist, says her love of re-using and recycling is in her blood. Her parents were collectors who looked for the utility in things before tossing them aside. It’s a tradition that continues with her husband and children now assisting with the business.

For the past two years Blue Earth Environmental has helped to keep Weyburn and area clean by providing residential and commercial recycling. With a goal to recover as many recyclable

As much as McInnes is interested in helping the earth, she’s also interested in partnering with local business and charities.

Community-focused initiatives are a priority for Blue Earth

hat can you do with a paint roller, scraps of metal shelving, wire and other bits and bobs most people would regard as nothing more than trash? If you’re Rose McInnes, owner of Blue Earth Environmental and Consulting in Weyburn, you transform those broken and discarded things into a bright and artful sign to hang above your shop door.

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for, she’ll surely keep her eye out for ways to find it.

Environmental, even sometimes coming at a cost to the company. McInnes pays Crown Shred & Recycling in Regina to take certain types of plastics, which they then use to make plastic lumber.

Much of the cardboard and paper goes to Wor-Kin shop, the styrofoam to Help International, many useable household items and clothing go to Community Living and even wedding dresses are put to use through Saskatchewan Angel Dresses. Blue Earth has also partnered with Terracycle to collect specified unnumbered plastics and that income is donated to a community organization in Weyburn.

McInnes says she’s always happy to assist families in need and has set up whole households for no cost, though most people are interested in giving back through their own donation of time or service.

It takes imagination and creativity to see the potential in a broken down chair or old lamp. McInnes says she surprised at how many of the customers who browse her stores are younger people looking for that unique furniture item to artfully make their own. Social media like Pinterest has bolstered her business as well, and if McInnes doesn’t have that special something a customer is looking

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McInnes is modest about all she’s accomplished in her short time working as Weyburn’s environmental warrior. She prefers to focus on the future instead, dreaming up new ways to educate and encourage everyone to put Mother Earth first. Blue Earth was a finalist in the Environmental category of the ABEX awards nominated by the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce, after just six months of business.

“I want to help put Weyburn on the map, so that we can go from being known as one of the last mandatory blue bin recyclers in the province to being the very best recycling community in Saskatchewan.”

Blue Earth Environmental and Consulting 35 & 117 3rd St NE, Weyburn 306.891.8370 blueearthenviro@hotmail.ca blueearthenviro.ca

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The Weyburn Credit Union Legacy

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eyburn Credit Union (WCU) has a large footprint in downtown Weyburn. From small beginnings in a shoebox to presently spanning an entire city block, WCU has proudly been a part of downtown Weyburn since 1944. What began as a dream for some area residents for local control and decision making has grown into an impressive financial institution that has never lost sight of its core values and its promise to the community and its people.

Weyburn Credit Union is the financial institution of choice for many Weyburn

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and area residents and they are proud of the relationships they’ve built. The founding board members wanted a financial institution committed not just to profits, but to strengthening the community. This has been an easy goal to meet; they are proud of their history and community and take pride in contributing.

Over the years, WCU has been a partner to many of the small business owners that have played a role in building the downtown core. From providing the mortgage for their buildings to financing operating lines of credit and everything in between, this partnership has produced some outstanding results. WCU’s

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members place their trust with their money and what better way to show WCU’s appreciation than to invest it back in the community?

But it’s not all work; they’ve had a lot of fun over the years in downtown Weyburn.

WCU has held its annual Kickoff to Summer BBQ since 2003 and despite a few rained out years, it’s been a great success. Hamburgers & hotdogs, carnival games and freezies — it’s a mini fair on Coteau Ave. And of course you can be sure FatCat always makes an appearance when there is a special occasion! He had a great time handing out treats at the Chamber

of Commerce Fair Parade this year, and he always looks forward to the Parade of Lights in December — he loves seeing Santa every year!

As a locally owned co-operative, being involved in and giving back to the community is very important to WCU. Among many other causes, they’ve been raising funds for the annual Communithon event since it began. For many years you could have witnessed the “chair race” which was a friendly competition between WCU and other local banks. Bankers would doctor up their office chairs to create the fastest model and race up and down Third Street to the finish line. WCU packs its popular Community Room every year for the Communithon pancake breakfast fundraiser, partnering with Prairie Sky Coop and Access Communications. The Community Room is a popular venue for fundraisers, meetings and even the occasional party.

WCU is a full-service financial institution in the heart of a small town. For every stage of life and for every life event, they can provide the tools and support needed for financial success. Even though the people and the storefronts change over the years, one thing remains constant: Weyburn Credit Union is committed to the well-being of Weyburn and its people. Weyburn and its residents need a financial partner who understands their business, their community and their lives, and Weyburn Credit Union is a trusted institution at your service.

Call TeleService at 306.842.6641 to contact a financial professional today.

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ver wonder how those successful businesses in your community originally started? Many business ideas evolve out of great conversations over a pot of coffee, and are then hurriedly written on whatever’s handy, like a napkin. Entrepreneurs are always resourceful!

Getting your business idea off the napkin and onto paper is where Community Futures (CF) Sunrise comes in. Providing business loans and advice, CF Sunrise strives to help entrepreneurs develop their own successful businesses.

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“We’ve talked with entrepreneurs about everything from business basics and start-up registrations, to financial projections and marketing strategies. The staff at CF Sunrise may not have all the answers, but we have a well-developed network of resources that are just a call away. Often our clients are just looking to bounce ideas off of someone — we can act as that sounding board as well,” comments Teresa LaFoy, business analyst at CF Sunrise.

So whether your business plan is on a napkin or you’re further along the way and want to discuss business financing, contact CF Sunrise and find out how they can help.

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Consider the Art of Window Dressings

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hen customers first step into the large, colourful showroom at Weyburn Carpet One Floor and Home, they’re greeted by a world of choice. Weyburn Carpet One has a reputation for having a wide selection of great quality flooring and excellent customer service. What many people don’t know is that Weyburn Carpet One Floor and Home is also a one-stop

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shop for beautiful, high-quality blinds for every budget.

Weyburn Carpet One Floor and Home has more than 40 years of experience in selling and installing blinds, but it’s not the first thing people think of when they walk into the store. Blinds can be an afterthought but staff strives to include them in the design process, enhancing the style and feel of the room.

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Weyburn Carpet One Floor and Home is also proud to sell top-of-the-line, stateof-the-art blinds from reputable brands such as Hunter Douglas and Maxxmar.

Hunter Douglas is well regarded as the Cadillac of blinds because of their time-tested commitment to high quality. Taking steps forward in window covering motorizations technology, Hunter Douglas will soon be releasing a phone app that will allow you to open the blinds away from home. Maxxmar, a newer Canadian company but already a leader in innovation and design has solar powered remotes.

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Weyburn Carpet One Floor and Home offers customers the chance to work with staff designers who will help select blinds to coordinate with and compliment their space. In-home consults ensure customers can take their time choosing a blind, shade or shutter that not only looks beautiful, but also fits their needs.

Decisions can be made based on what is easiest or least expensive, simply because homeowners are unaware of the many options available. Blackout blinds are cost effective and promote a restful sleep, while top-down blinds allow a

room to be full of diffused light, while still providing privacy and value.

Some worry purchasing blinds from a design centre store such as Weyburn Carpet One Floor and Home will automatically mean higher prices, but that is simply not the case. Every blind is custom-made, which means a custommade price, based on what the customer needs, wants and can afford.

Once customers have chosen the perfect window coverings to suit their home and lifestyle, they can leave the oftencomplicated installation process up to the professionals. Weyburn Carpet One Floor and Home has dependable and quick installers so you can relax and enjoy your new look.

Whether building or redesigning, it makes sense to put in products that will last, look amazing and be cost effective.

That is what blinds from Weyburn Carpet One Floor and Home will do for you and your home.

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President of CR Safety, Clifford Reaney, has worked 22 years in military transport, five years operating aircraft refueling trucks, one year with a safety company in the oil industry and five years in fuel delivery and as a safety associate for a trucking company.

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It’s Good to be Home

By Brook Thalgott

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ani Rubin, a veteran in Weyburn’s real estate market, decided to strike out on her own and launched Renew Realty Inc. in January 2015. “I have been working as a realtor in the Weyburn area for almost 15 years,” says Rubin. “And now I am the owner at my own brokerage.

It’s been exciting to venture out on my own.” Rubin is joined by Carole Vogel, another realtor very familiar with the Southeast real estate market. Together, they are bringing a new level of service to Weyburn and area buyers and sellers.

Priding themselves on straightforward, honest service and extensive knowledge of the real estate industry, they are active and present for each client they serve.

Between them, Rubin and Vogel have nearly two decades of experience in all facets of real estate including residential, commercial, farm/acreage and new construction. No matter what you’re looking for, Renew Realty is committed to renewing your confidence in real estate. No matter when and where you need to do business, Rubin and Vogel will be there. They’re mobile — meaning they come to you whenever you need them and they’re always happy to set up appointments when you need to at their office. “Whether you’re a first time home buyer or looking to sell a new construction condo project, we can make your buying or selling experience great,” says Rubin.

Rubin’s great service doesn’t end with a home sale. If you’re a homeowner facing the unthinkable, she can help. Rubin is also an owner of Renew Disaster Cleanup, proudly serving southern Saskatchewan.

Renew Disaster Cleanup is there when you’re faced with home damage and don’t even know where to begin. It started with a flood in her own home.

She now has a team of more than 30 that assists any homeowner with a disaster on their hands. Included in her management team of seven is her fiancé Darcy Walby and his brother Jamie. “It was our own experience with a home catastrophe that prompted us to start a business for people faced with a huge misfortune and nowhere to turn,” says Walby. “A year ABOVE L-R Dani Rubin and Carole Vogel

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later, we’ve grown tremendously. We’re helping people get their homes back in order, not only quickly, but well.”

What sets Renew apart from other contractors is their commitment to their customers. The company is also dedicated to ensuring each step of the cleanup and repair process is done right. “We have a full-time staff member who audits every job we do. We make sure everything is done right before we move onto the next step,” says Walby.

“There’s no one else in the market with this process, and it provides a level of reassurance that our customers appreciate and rely on.” The Renew team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week; because most home disasters don’t happen during office hours. “If you’re faced with a flood or fire or other major issue, the first call you make should

be to us,” says Walby. “The second call should be to your insurance company.

We can help guide you through the whole process from initial cleanup right through to repair and renovation.”

Whether you’re in the real estate market or needing help with your home after something unfortunate, there’s a Renew for you. Just pick up the phone — the Renew team is ready for you.

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Edna Keep Real Estate Investor 3D Real Estate Investments 306.536.6266 www.MultipleWaystoWealth.com 3drealestate@sasktel.net

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am often asked how I have been able to become successful in the variety of business ventures I have undertaken throughout my career.

The obvious responses one would expect are ambition, hard work and dedication.

Of course, those are all true, but the answer I would provide is much simpler and is the foundation of everything I have ever accomplished.

The most valuable investment I have ever made and continue to make is in my education. No matter what I do, no matter how many businesses I own, my education has proven itself an asset that will always find ways to make me money.

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The experts out there — the ones in the top of their respective fields — never stop learning. They cannot afford to. They understand the importance of investing in themselves, whether it be through personal development, sharpening previously acquired skills or developing new ones. Education is a surefire way to continue setting the bar higher for yourself, and truly successful people can never have their bar set too high. Why? Because they know that to stay at the top, they must never stop reaching.

One of my current sources of education is my business coach, Ray Higdon. Ray teaches a method he refers to as ILT, a method he credits for his vast success in network marketing.

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webinars and conferences). You then convert that education into action (working toward your objective). Once you have succeeded at your goal, you take that education and experience and share it with others. When you have accomplished what you set out to do, you begin again.

How have I applied the “Invest Learn Teach” method to my career?

The ILT method has followed me through my career and made it possible for me to not only succeed at several goals and passions, but to also support a lot of people in making a lot of money.

My journey really started when I began working in mutual funds. Throughout my career as a certified financial planner, I obtained a wealth of education and experience with regard to investing.

When I decided to shift my expertise exclusively into real estate, even though

I was no longer using my previous education or experience the same way, it never ceased to provide me with value.

My investment background helped me navigate and speak the new language. It also expedited the steep learning curve in front of me. Once I combined that with my determination and willingness to continue advancing, it did not take me long to succeed.

In five short years, my husband and I went from two properties to 302. During that time, we not only learned how to invest in real estate, we learned how to invest in real estate using other people’s money.

We became skilled at selecting quality property, managing that property’s needs and providing a profitable rate of return for not only ourselves, but for our investors as well.

When I think back to my decision to shift my professional focus to real estate, I can see how far I have come. I have

learned so much since those first few real estate courses. I am more confident.

I have more control over my life and that provides me with the freedom I need to start the ascent into the next phase of my development as a wealth coach.

Coaching allows me to share the value of my experience with others through group training.

Becoming a wealth coach was a viable next step for me because I understand the value of being a good resource. I thrive on educating myself through the same processes. I teach because I learn.

Studying wealth, personal development and business has made me fluent in the languages of goal setting and living life through one’s passions.

Though I feel I have made tremendous strides, I have never stopped learning. I have never peaked. Once I conquer what I set out to do, I always find ways to keep climbing. I do that through Invest Learn Teach. I invest in myself, I take action with what I learn and I recycle that knowledge and skill into coaching others to do the same.

passionate about something, you should surround yourself with it until it becomes routine. And when that happens, you find something else until you build yourself up to where you want to be.

It was my enthusiasm to take on new challenges, educate myself and assume risk that lead to building a real estate portfolio worth more than $30 million. In the past three years alone, I have helped people raise more than $4 million, which led to the purchase of 250 properties worth more than $20 million. And because of that, others have been able to share in our success by investing not only in our real estate, but in the value of my education. That is the perfect example of why Ray’s method works. By investing in myself, I have been able to take action and succeed. That success has made it entirely possible for me to train others on how to, as Ray would say, crush it and dominate in their respective field.

I have found achievement by committing myself to building multiple income streams. I believe when you are

If you would like to transform your life and learn how to create another stream of income, connect with me at http:// multiplewaystowealth.com. For a limited time you can purchase a copy of my book, Multiple Ways to Wealth, Creating Your Prosperous Lifestyle for just the cost of the $7 shipping and handling.

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hether your home is big or small, good organization is fundamental to maximizing its potential for functionality. For homeowners looking to create a custom closet or a dream garage, the experts at Tailored Living featuring Premier Garage offer the best of both worlds.

After 16 years of playing professional hockey, Boyd Kane hung up his skates and decided to move back to Regina for good with his wife, Sharlene, and young family. Boyd and Sharlene discovered Tailored Living while searching for a solution for their own storage

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challenges. With options for every area of the home, their business brings order to chaos. “In Saskatchewan, we have four full seasons, which means you have a lot of clothes and equipment that needs storage and organization,” says Sharlene.

“From seasonal clothes to hockey and golf gear, we can store it all.” Tailored Living featuring Premiere Garage offers everything from custom garage cabinetry, slat walls and OnRax, to flooring options for the ultimate garage.

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hangers. Premier Garage’s industrial grade floor coating makes it durable enough to face any challenge. The hybrid polymer coating comes in a variety of colours with the strength to protect garage concrete surfaces from harsh chemicals and salts. Automotive enthusiasts can create a tailored look for their show space with cabinets in high gloss red, carbon fibre black or maple. “More people are looking for garage storage solutions. It’s typically the largest space in most homes and needs to serve a lot of functions,” says Boyd. Offering options at various price points, Tailored Living can create a custom look in any space.

Boyd and Sharlene Kane, owners. Photo Michael Lasko.

Tailored Living’s whole-home approach to maximizing space ensures clients get the most out of their home. No project is too big or small for the Trusted Regina endorsed company. “We have solutions for your closets, media rooms, pantry, home office and even offer murphy beds. It’s important to us to help our clients get control of their spaces and improve the way they live in their homes,” says Sharlene. After a complimentary consultation, measurements are taken and clients are presented with a rendering of what their space could look like using a state-of-the-art 3-D design software program.

After developing a strong work ethic on the ice, Boyd has transferred his intensity to his everyday life with custom home and garage solutions. Whether Boyd and Sharlene are working with clients or helping build a better community through their charity work, they truly value creating a relationship with the people they work with. “Every client’s needs and space are unique and we work hard to achieve the client’s vision for the space.

We want you to enjoy coming home to a beautifully organized and designed space,” says Sharlene. “When you allow us to come into your home, it is a big deal and we appreciate and respect your time and your home.”

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to the Community At Elite Kitchens & Decor they feel it is important to give back to the community that supports them. With each donation request, owners Ken and Kathy Helfrick get creative with the products and services they offer.

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The recipients of Weyburn’s first Habitat for Humanity home, which Elite Kitchens was proud to have contributed to.

Through Elite Kitchens & Decor, owners Ken and Kathy Helfrick have supported: • Sun Country Kids Club • Weyburn Red Wings • Radville Marion Health Centre • Special Olympics • Wildlife Federation • Habitat for Humanity

“When the first Habitat home was built in Weyburn we were thrilled to be part of such an amazing event,” says Ken. “We were able to create a place, where Angie and her children, were able to create a place of their own.” Adds Kathy: “With the announcement of the second home being built here in Weyburn we were quick to offer our services. We think this is an amazing opportunity to help another family create a place of their own where they can share many new memories.”

The Helfricks would like to thank all their customers in the Weyburn and surrounding area for their support over the years and look forward to building new relationships and fulfilling dreams for years to come.

• Weyburn Youth Centre • Color My World Child Care • The Family Place • Young Fellows • 4H Light Horse Show • Legion • Military Service Recognition • Private benefits

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Thanks, Jacquie.”

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oads? Where we’re going, we don’t need roads!” At the time, the words of Dr. Emmet Brown seemed like a fantasy as the DeLorean flew off to the futuristic year of 2015.

The idea of a flying car has been around since the invention of the automobile, but now that dream has become a reality. Slovakian company AeroMobil recently launched the prototype for the first flying Roadster. Designed by AeroMobil cofounder and chief designer Stefan Klein, this thrilling machine transforms easily from automobile to plane in a matter of just seconds.

The AeroMobil 3.0, which was recently launched, has been actively participating in a regular flighttesting program since October 2014.

As a car, the AeroMobil acts like any other you may operate. It uses gasoline for fuel, fits into any standard parking space and can travel on any highway or road. As a plane, it’s at home in any airport. One notable characteristic: the AeroMobil is able to take off and land on any strip that is just a few hundred metres in length.

The body shell, wings and wheels of the AeroMobil are built from advanced composite material. This current prototype includes many of the features that will be built into the final

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version of the automobile/airplane. These features include avionics equipment, autopilot and an advanced parachute deployment system.

The AeroMobil also executes several other highly advanced technologies, which include a sturdy suspension system that allows the vehicle to take off and land even on terrain that can be very rough.

The AeroMobil 3.0 uses a Rotax 912, which is a four-cylinder engine that features two carburetors, electric start, a four stroke liquid/ air-cooled engine with opposed cylinders, a dual-electronic ignition, mechanical fuel pump, propeller speed reduction unit and an air intake system. Presently, the Rotax 912 is the bestselling, four-stroke engine on the market. This engine has more power and is able to keep its weight light for flying — making it the best power to weight ratio in its class. Time between overhauls for the Rotax 912 series engine is an impressive 2,000 hours.

After decades of research and development, the flying car has finally arrived. Nobody knows for sure what kinds of adjustments this will cause for the environment, air traffic control and other unforeseen issues, but now that Pandora’s Box has been opened, there’s no going back.

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Weyburn’s Collision and Refinishing Specialists Since 1978

By Tori Stafford

East Wey Auto Body Inc. has an experienced and knowledgeable staff you can depend on for all your auto body needs. Opened in 1978 by Arnold Leslie and Wayne Satre, current owners Dwayne Leslie and Steve Roelfsema purchased the business in 2006 and continue to uphold the reputation of offering quality workmanship and excellent customer service.

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rom repair work for minor fender-benders to major body work such as frame straightening and precise unibody alignment, East Wey Auto Body Inc. offers services on all makes and models of domestic and import vehicles, including commercial vehicles, larger vehicles and fibreglass repairs. With expert colour matching and highlyskilled technicians, East Wey Auto Body Inc. can bring your car, van, truck or SUV to that lustrous showroom-shiny finish you fell in love with.

The professionals at East Wey Auto Body Inc. also offer glass replacement and installation services, as well as full paint services beyond collision repairs. They also have a full wash bay where each car they service is cleaned before being returned to the owner. A fully SGI-accredited body shop, East Wey Auto Body Inc. accepts all insurance claims and offers free estimates.

ABOVE L-R Glen Lychak, Cindy Welburn, Dwayne Leslie (owner), Rob Hein, Steve Roelfesema (owner), Steve Vandale

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With a history spanning nearly 40 years here in Weyburn, East Wey Auto Body Inc. is rooted in the community and supports local organizations and charities whenever possible.

Both Dwayne and Steve credit their loyal clientele with the longevity of their business, but are quick to point out the business couldn’t run without the caring, knowledgeable staff that strive to make each customer experience the best it can possibly be. The staff’s commitment to quality service and workmanship make East Wey Auto Body Inc. your one-stop shop in Weyburn for all of your refinishing and auto body needs.

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UPDATE: KEYSTONE XL PIPELINE

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he proposed Keystone XL pipeline is an approximately 1,200 mile long 36-inch pipeline from Hardisty, Alberta to Steele City, Nebraska, via Baker, Montana. The Keystone pipeline already exists, and the XL is a new project.

According to the proponent, TransCanada, the pipeline would take two years to construct once approval is received, and would provide 13,000 construction jobs. Of the 1,200 miles, 329 miles is in Canada, from Hardisty to Monchy, Saskatchewan. The pipeline’s capacity will be 830,000 barrels per day.

Trans-Canada suggests the new project will augment current pipeline infrastructure, and also support new production in the Bakken region, while

also improving access for Canadian and American producers.

There are many pipelines running across Canada and the United States. Some statistics suggest there are more than 2.5 million miles of gas, oil and other pipelines in the U.S. In Canada, we transport in excess of 3.3 million barrels per day over 22,000 miles of pipeline.

With rail transport of oil currently exceeding 200,000 barrels a day, and carried by seemingly endless trains winding across Canada, the future of the Keystone seems to be more important, given the view pipelines are safer than transporting oil by rail.

On February 25, President Barack Obama vetoed the bill that would have given approval for construction of the Keystone

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XL pipeline. It was only the third veto of his presidency, but it was a direct challenge to the Republican majority in both the House and the Senate.

How did this pipeline project become so political, even when it has limited environmental impact and limited economic impact over the long term?

First, the pipeline will service oil from the Athabasca Tar Sands deposit in Alberta, which many environmentalists have targeted, suggesting it is “dirty” and has too great a carbon footprint to extract without grave environmental consequences. Secondly, because the project is international in that it crosses the Canadian border into the United States and requires presidential approval, it was a possible target for political action, even if the pipeline itself was only a symbol of the larger climate change struggle.

Michael Levi, senior fellow of the Council on Foreign Relations, suggests Keystone is a small player that has had a big effect, despite its size. “Things like the falling price of oil will have a larger influence on whether the tar sands get mined than whether the Keystone XL gets built.”

The Republican Speaker of the House, John Boehner, said after the veto that the issue is far from dead. The Republicans could take the Bill up again, but would need a twothirds majority to override the President’s veto, and it is unlikely to find that.

That said, the project is not dead. Until the State Department presents the President — or the next President — with a final report on Keystone XL, there will be no movement. President Obama still says he is not against the project, but is against the House and Senate trying to override what he considers to be the traditional approval process.

As this stalemate continues, rail traffic increases. Gary Doer, Canada’s current ambassador to the United States, says during the period Keystone has been delayed, rail traffic carrying oil from Canada to the U.S. has increased tenfold.

Experts suggest rail traffic is safe 99 per cent of the time, but the few derailments that do occur are often catastrophic.

The political calculus is difficult, but politics is always about choices.

Reprinted with permission from Business and Industry Saskatchewan

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The 2015 Saskatchewan Oil & Gas Show

Extends its Global Reach

By Tonya Lambert Photos Images by Gillies

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n June 3 and 4, Weyburn was once again the site of the Saskatchewan Oil & Gas Show. This event, which has been held once every two years since 1985, was a huge success thanks to the continuing support of the local community.

The show, endorsed by the Petroleum Services Association of Canada

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(PSAC), provides an opportunity for the service and supply segment of the industry to show and display their wares and latest technology applicable to the oil and gas industry. It is a chance for attendees to network with others from across the province, country and world (this year, people came from as far away as China and Europe).

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Earlier in the year, there was some concern over whether the economic downturn would affect the show.

However, support was strong. There was a full schedule of events with all the suppers and luncheons being sold out, and exhibitor space sold out quickly. In all, more than 5,000 people attended and $1 billion of equipment was on display at the Weyburn Exhibition Grounds.

Putting on such a large event requires the assistance of many individuals and organizations. Tanya Hulbert, show manager, states: “The Saskatchewan Oil & Gas Show would not be the success it is without the support of our community.

We are fortunate many local businesses, service clubs and organizations assist with the show. The Weyburn Kinsmen Club drove the shuttle vans supplied by Barber Motors. New Age Motorsports donated grounds transportation. The Weyburn Roller Derby Association, Colour My World Child Care, the Weyburn Redwings and the Weyburn Youngfellows did catering. The Weyburn Comprehensive STARS Choir provided entertainment. The Weyburn Curling Club ran our Social Centre. Hallberg

Rentals donated onsite washrooms.

Goliath Disposal provided refuse and recycle bins. The Silver Seals did grounds clean up. The Weyburn Oilshow Board thanks the City of Weyburn and the Weyburn Ag Society for all that they do to keep the grounds and facilities in top shape. We have received many comments from exhibitors and attendees about what a beautiful city we have and how welcomed they feel. At the end of the show, we, as a board, are most proud of how the community comes together to host such a wonderful event.”

Chairman Del Mondor noted the 2015 show saw a tremendous amount of support from the Government of Saskatchewan and the City of Weyburn.

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LEFT L–R Tanya Hulbert (show manager), Ron Jeffery (one of the organizers for the very first Oil and Gas show), Del Mondor (2015 oilshow chairman) TOP Terry Gunderman, recipient of one of the SE Oilman of the Year Awards BOTTOM Premier Brad Wall was in attendance and assisted in presenting with the Board of Governors inductees into the Oilpatch Hall of Fame for 2015. The Award Winners from L-R: Honourable Bill Boyd, Minister of the Economy, William (Bill) McCaffrey (president and CEO, MEG Energy Corp.), Jim Bertram (CEO, Keyera Energy), Neil Roszell, P.Eng. (president and CEO, Raging River Exploration Inc. and Oilman of the Year), Bonnie Dupont, M.Ed., ICD.D (corporate director, Keyera Energy) and Premier Brad Wall.

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In attendance were Premier Brad Wall, Deputy Premier Don McMorris, Minister of the Economy Bill Boyd, Minister of Finance Kevin Doherty, Minister of Health and Weyburn-Big Muddy MLA Dustin Duncan and Weyburn Mayor Debra Button. This shows just how important the oil and gas industry is to the province.

Each year, the proceeds of the Oil & Gas Show are invested back into the city, benefiting all of its residents. Over the years, this has included funding for improvements to the exhibition grounds, sports arena and golf course. In May, a 3,000-gallon fuel card lock system was purchased and installed at the airport enabling the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society (STARS) Ambulance to refuel there.

In short, the Saskatchewan Oil & Gas Show held in Weyburn is an event put on by the community for the community. Congratulations on another successful year!

TOP L–R Honourable Don McMorris Deputy Premier, Dempsey Laird of Dempsey Laird Trucking, recipient of one of the SE Oilman of the Year Awards, Honourable Dustin Duncan, Minister of Health & MLA for Weyburn-Big Muddy, 2015 Oilshow Chairman Del Mondor BOTTOM The STARS Choir performed at the Wednesday noon luncheon, prior to the Awards ceremony. From left to right: Bridget Gibbs, Andrea Sidloski, Colleen Weimer, 2015 Oilshow Chairman Del Mondor, Aidan Roy, Keisha Mowchenko, Haley Anderson

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